creative photographic studio space
P2 Has 3 Rentable Studios for Photo and Video
Perspective2 has three rentable photographic studios available to the public. Each studio comes with it's own unique style and is generously equipped with 3 studio strobes, stands, your choice of white umbrella or soft box, a full body reflector and a set of radio triggers for un-tethered shooting!
What is included with the my studio time?
- The Prop-Shop Studio: comes equipped with many ever changing props-- from victorian themes, hand painted backdrops, to a rough looking back ally set. It is a plethora of texture and color combined natural lighting. the prop shop also comes with a 9 ft. seamless white backdrop paper (sold by length used)
- Studio B: our large private, high key (white) studio with12 ft ceilings, hard wood floors and changing room/bathroom. It comes equipped with white and black 9 ft. seamless papers ready to use (sold by length used).
- Studio A: our largest studio is warm and inviting. It comes equipped with floor to ceiling black velvet drapes, maple hardwood floors, natural lighting, vintage chicago brick feature wall, contemporary kitchen and spacious changing room/bathroom. Please note: If you need seamless paper pleas request this in advance.
Studio Rental Rates for Photo and Video:
Rates are for photographic use during normal studio hours. We recommend reserving 2 hours for each first time studio use to get acquainted with the equipment and space. The following prices are not prices for special events. Please call our special events coordinator for event pricing.
Please note new prices are effective 3/1/11.
Photographic Studio Rental |
1 Hour |
2 Hours |
Half-day |
Full-day
(8 hours) |
|
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prop Shop Studio | $50 |
$100 |
$300 |
$550 |
|
| Studio B | $80 |
$160 |
$300 |
$550 |
|
| Studio A | N/A |
N/A |
$400 |
$750 |
|
Prop Shop Studio: $50 per hour. A 50% non-refundable (non-transferable) deposit is required with a $25 minimum.
Studio B: $80 per hour. A 50% non-refundable (non-transferable) deposit is required to hold your reservation with a $40 minimum.
Studio A: is rented by the half-day or full day only-A 50% non-refundable (non-transferable) deposit is required to hold your reservation with a $200 minimum.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I reserve studio time?
Call Perspective2 at 517-853-5880 and ask for a photo specialist. The photo specialist will help you find available times to suit your shooting schedule. A 50% non-refundable deposit is required to hold your studio reservation.
I'm a first time studio shooter. Can I still use the studio?
No problem. We recommend you have a digital SLR camera with a hotshoe (able to attach a flash). Our photo staff can help you get acquainted with the studio lights and help with your initial set up. We offer classes and custom training too! (email Lynne for customized training)
Do you rent lights or equipment for external studio use?
Yes, a standard light package that includes 2 lights, stands, 2 white umbrellas, carrying case and a set of radio triggers for un-tethered shooting rents for $75 per 24 hour day. We also have a Nikon D200 and Fuji S3 studio camera available with lens for rental. (email Lynne for details)
Can I get a refund on my deposit or "reuse it" for new studio time if I cancel?
No. The most common cancellation problem our shooters experience is: “The client cancelled my shoot”. We recommend you charge your client up front for the studio reservation / time so if they cancel, they are responsible for the cost associated the cancellation.
What if I go over my reserved studio time?
As long as there is no shooter booked behind you, we can accommodate extra time but please plan ahead so we can best serve you, your guests and others. Studio time is billed rounded up in 15 minute increments.
What if I want to reserve studio time outside normal hours?
Yes, we can assist you with special reservation hours for photo shoots. Staffing fees will be added at the rate of $25-$75 per hour depending on the time, date and shoot type and set up requested. A 50% non-refundable deposit is required to hold your studio reservation.
Consumables and extras
- Backdrop paper: The nine ft. seamless paper prices will remain the same; $4 per foot for white paper and $4.50 per foot for black paper. There is a 3 ft minimum with all papers when used.
- Additional studio strobes may be rented for $15 per unit and include the standard lighting modifier and stand.
Please note: Special event facility use is priced independently of photographic rates. Contact us to custom quote your special event.